Microbiology 101: Introduction to Microorganisms

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What was the significant contribution of Robert Hooke in the field of microbiology?

He coined the term 'animalcules'

He observed microorganisms using a microscope

He proposed the theory of biogenesis

He discovered that living things are composed of cells (correct)

What is the term for the hypothesis that living cells arise only from preexisting living cells?

Spontaneous generation

Vital force

Biogenesis (correct)

Microbial ecology

Who is credited with the first observation of microorganisms?

Louis Pasteur

Anton van Leeuwenhoek (correct)

Ferdinand Cohn

Robert Hooke

What was the name given by Anton van Leeuwenhoek to the microorganisms he observed?

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What is the opposite hypothesis of biogenesis?

Spontaneous generation Signup and view all the answers

In what year did Robert Hooke report that living things are composed of cells?

1665 Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of microbiology is concerned with the study of fungi?

Mycology Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the study of protozoa and parasitic worms?

Parasitology Signup and view all the answers

Who discovered the cause of mosaic disease of tobacco to be a virus?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the use of microorganisms to clean up pollutants?

Bioremediation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following diseases is an example of an emerging infectious disease?

Both A and B Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for microorganisms that are pathogenic to insects and are used as alternatives to chemical pesticides?

Insect pest control by microorganisms Signup and view all the answers

What was the accidental discovery made by Alexander Fleming in 1928?

Discovery of the first antibiotic, penicillin Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of bacteria are pathogenic?

3% Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a product used in manufacturing produced by microorganisms?

Cellulose Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ways microorganisms contribute to our lives?

Decomposing organic waste Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of understanding microorganisms?

Preventing food spoilage and disease Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a fermented food produced by microorganisms?

Vinegar Signup and view all the answers